November 2011 (Red Hook High football field)
I received the happy news a few weeks ago but wanted to make sure all the particulars were in order before I announced. Red Hen Press, a nonprofit literary press in California, will be publishing the book, which is expected to be released in trade paperback in March 2013. Here is Red Hen’s website: www.redhen.org. It may or may not retain the original title but I will let you know as soon as I hear. Many of my photographs will be accompanying the prose so I’m thrilled about that as well.
Each narrative chapter of the book will be preceded by a journal entry and photograph. I have many, many more journal entries than chapters so I’ve picked the ones I think tell the most complete story.
The blog may change some over the coming months – so I hope old readers will continue to check in.
The personal stories, support, information, and compassion you’ve shown as I struggle to become a better parent and more effective voice for FASD ceases to amaze and humble me.
If you’re new to the blog – welcome. To read the book’s beginning chapters, please scroll to the bottom of this screen, hit “next page” on the lower left corner, and then scroll again to your screen’s bottom. That’s where you’ll find a brief Introduction & Prologue, then Chapter 1, etc. Read “up” for each subsequent chapter. Older 2010 journal entries are filed under “Pages” on the right hand column.
BTW: Peter comes home tomorrow for Christmas break and we couldn’t be more thrilled. I’ll sleep well knowing both our children are home with us, safe and sound.
Thanks again and Happy Holidays! Mary
This is spectacular. Congratulations. I am so happy for you and your family and all families that deal with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. I am grateful for everything you shared.
On a different note, could you forward me your email. I would like to run a writing related offer to you.
All my best, Christiane
Comment by Christiane Alsop — December 22, 2011 @ 6:13 pm |
Congratulations!!!! Awesome and I can’t wait to buy it… Oh, how many people will be blessed, encouraged and enlightened by your life’s experiences and revelations!
Awesome!
Blessings
Evinda Lepins
Comment by Evinda Lepins — December 22, 2011 @ 6:51 pm |
Hearty congratulations, Mary! How gratifying to have your beautifully written (ongoing) story embraced by a publisher. I hope you all have a wonderful holiday and best wishes for a healthy and satisfying 2012. I look forward to meeting Peter one day.
Comment by Cynthia Kirtland — December 22, 2011 @ 6:57 pm |
Fantastic news. So happy for you all.
Best of luck with it.
Comment by Kathleen — December 23, 2011 @ 12:11 am |
What a wonderful Christmas present, Peter home for the holidays and news about the book! Peter is so lucky to have you, Pat and Sophie as his family, not everyone could do what you do. I look forward to your book release. We are so fortunate that you are able to share your heart so eloquently.
Have a happy, happy holiday!
Comment by Jo F — December 23, 2011 @ 9:11 am |
Congratulations kiddo. Wishing you all the best and happiest Christmas and new year.
Comment by Judy — December 23, 2011 @ 10:29 am |
So SO Happy for you Mary. I know your story will help so many others with its message of trials and tribulations and successes. May your stamina and strength continue to drive you and keep your family safe and sound. May 2012 (and 2013) be happy, healthy and prosperous. Many blessings to you!!!
Warmest blessings,
Meg
Comment by Meg Coldwells — December 24, 2011 @ 3:53 am |
Congratulations on finding a publisher! As a writer, you have a real gift for connecting with a reader. I’m hoping that your editor doesn’t mess with the title which I think is not only a perfect distillation of what goes on inside Peter, but it also, as a title, will instantly interest potential readers.
Comment by Jill Pinkwater — December 24, 2011 @ 10:26 am |
Happy, happy news …Peter home for the holidays and a publisher smart enough to pick you up.
Comment by Nan — December 24, 2011 @ 7:41 pm |
Hi,
Great Post, Happy holidays! and advance Happy New year!
Comment by Garage Door Repair Alpharetta GA — December 26, 2011 @ 1:58 pm |
Congratulations! I can’t wait for the book to come out. I have followed your struggles from day one and am amazed at your strength and perseverance to help Peter!
Comment by Bobbi — December 30, 2011 @ 1:11 am |
Congratulations! Hope you had a wonderful family holiday!
Comment by Ani — December 30, 2011 @ 11:54 am |
Congratulations Mary! What wonderful news to come out of such a difficult time. I hope you and yours enjoy the holidays and the new year. May 2012 bring brighter, happier times.
Comment by Ronda — January 2, 2012 @ 5:18 pm |
Congratulations! This story needs to be told as it will help and reach so many.
Comment by Sarah Butland — January 4, 2012 @ 11:15 pm |
Congratulation on the publication.
Could you tell me the agency you worked with in Biro?
Do you know which agencys work in JAO?
Comment by usaf engr — January 4, 2012 @ 11:20 pm |
We used Adoption Source, which is now out of business (good thing – they are crooks, if you ask me). I understand that
Cradle of Hope still operates in that Region. Good luck!
Comment by whenrainhurts — January 7, 2012 @ 4:54 pm |